January 25-June 2Exhibit: The Wildlife Paintings of Matthew HillerReception: Friday, January 25, 5-7 p.m.Ward MuseumHilliers wildlife paintings seek to offer the viewer a fresh vantage point, expressing more than the physical characteristics of a species and revealing a passion for his subject matter. A former illustrator for a variety of wildlife publications, Hillier has traveled widely since his boyhood on the south coast of England. Since moving to the United States, he has begun painting marine subjects and North American animals in addition to the dramatic African and bird subjects for which he is renowned. For more information contact the Ward Museum at 410-742-4988.